Soft and fluffy homemade donut recipe

Soft and fluffy homemade donut recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of warm milk (110°F)
• 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/3 cup of unsalted melted butter
• 4 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 2 quarts of vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract

Directions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Add sugar, eggs, melted butter, flour, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
5. Roll out the dough to 1/2 inch thickness and cut out donut shapes using a donut cutter.
6. Place the donuts on a baking sheet, cover, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
7. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot to 375°F.
8. Fry the donuts in batches for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
9. Remove the donuts and let them cool on a wire rack.
10. Dip the cooled donuts in glaze or cinnamon sugar if desired.
11. Enjoy your soft and fluffy homemade donuts!
    Tips:

• Make sure the milk is warm but not too hot to avoid killing the yeast.
• Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for the best results.
• Fry the donuts in small batches to ensure even cooking.
• Get creative with toppings and fillings for a personalized touch!
  Prep time: 2 hours
  Calories: 200 per serving